Episodes

  • Empowerment Through Podcasting: Walter on Diversity, Disability, and Workplace Accessibility

    Empowerment Through Podcasting: Walter on Diversity, Disability, and Workplace Accessibility
    Oct 15 2024
    Walter joins the conversation to share insights on podcasting and the importance of telling diverse stories, highlighting the mission of The Working While Black Show and its community impact. The discussion explores cultural dynamics through Win's experiences and examines workplace environments for people of color with disabilities. Walter reflects on how podcasting has transformed his life, sharing favorite moments and episodes. They offer empowerment advice for people of color with disabilities, discuss workplace accessibility, and reflect on personal growth through podcasting. Win shares her perspective on perseverance and dream interview aspirations, concluding with a call to action and expressions of gratitude.
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    37 mins
  • Win K Charles on Surgery Recovery, Mental Health, and Overcoming Stigmas

    Win K Charles on Surgery Recovery, Mental Health, and Overcoming Stigmas
    Oct 1 2024
    Win K Charles shares her personal journey through mental health and surgery, detailing post-surgery experiences and managing medications. She discusses the complications and concerns surrounding her back surgery recovery. The episode also delves into the challenges faced in podcast production amid health issues and explores the financial and emotional impact of living with a disability. Win confronts the stigma surrounding mental health and disability, offering insights and reflections on overcoming these barriers.
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    18 mins
  • Navigating Surgery Complications and Mental Health Stigmas

    Navigating Surgery Complications and Mental Health Stigmas
    Jul 7 2024
    The episode begins with health updates, delving into pre-surgery mental health and current treatments. It addresses surgery complications and concerns, followed by a discussion on podcast technical and scheduling challenges. The conversation then shifts to tackling mental health stigma. The episode concludes with closing remarks.
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    18 mins
  • E: 3 S: 19 Denise on Special Education Challenges and Advocating for Special Needs Children

    E: 3 S: 19 Denise on Special Education Challenges and Advocating for Special Needs Children
    Jul 7 2024
    Denise shares her journey from education to advocacy, discussing challenges in special education, the significance of active listening, and the impact of labeling. The conversation covers mental health, the role of medication, and the importance of addressing children's behaviors and parent-teacher communication.
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • E: 2 S: 19 Win Charles interviews Cathy Baillargeon about being a business consultant

    E: 2 S: 19 Win Charles interviews Cathy Baillargeon about being a business consultant
    Jul 2 2024
    Cathy Belargin joins to discuss the complexities of achieving work-life balance, especially for caregivers of disabled individuals. Topics include prioritizing tasks, balancing work and childcare, recognizing burnout, and the importance of respite care and mental health support.
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    52 mins
  • E: 1 S: 19 Jennifer Ginty about mental health

    E: 1 S: 19 Jennifer Ginty about mental health
    Jul 2 2024
    Jennifer discusses founding her company based on emotions and the creation of the Moody Monster. She shares personal experiences with emotional healing, stresses the importance of breaking mental health stigmas, and outlines her future goals, particularly around autism and emotional regulation.
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    28 mins
  • E: 29 S: 18 I, Win

    E: 29 S: 18 I, Win
    Jun 20 2024
    Chris Levans introduces Win Kelly Charles, who shares her journey through spinal fusion surgery, childhood experiences, and daily life. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy in medical care and overcoming physical challenges. Sponsored by Imom podcast.
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    56 mins
  • E: 28 S: 18 Life update after Win back surgery

    E: 28 S: 18 Life update after Win back surgery
    Jun 17 2024
    Win and Danielle discuss recent life changes, settling in Arizona, and the decision to sell a vehicle. They cover challenges faced since April, aid industry struggles, and caregiving system issues. The episode also includes medical updates, future plans, and physical therapy progress.
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    50 mins